What Are GC2 48V Lithium Ion Battery Applications?
GC2 48V lithium-ion batteries are standardized energy storage solutions designed primarily for low-speed electric vehicles (EVs) and specialized applications requiring high cycle life and modular scalability. Key applications include golf carts, electric patrol vehicles, tourist shuttles, and low-speed mobility platforms. Using LiFePO4 chemistry, these batteries achieve 6,000–15,000 cycles at 80% DoD, with parallel configurations enabling capacity expansion from 30Ah to 90Ah+ in BCI GC2 form factor. Built-in BMS ensures thermal stability, supporting motors up to 2kW peak output. Pro Tip: Paralleling multiple units requires voltage-matched cells (±0.05V) to prevent imbalance-induced capacity fade.
What defines the GC2 48V battery’s physical compatibility?
GC2 48V lithium batteries adhere to BCI Group GC2 dimensional standards (264mm L x 182mm W x 241mm H), ensuring direct retrofitting in lead-acid battery compartments. Their 18–28kg weight reduces vehicle mass by 50–60% versus equivalent SLA systems. Unlike cylindrical cells, prismatic LiFePO4 modules maximize space utilization at 150–165Wh/kg energy density. For example, Trojan’s TR-GC2-48-G model maintains terminal alignment for seamless cable reuse in golf carts.
How does GC2 48V battery scalability benefit fleet operators?
Modular parallel architecture allows capacity adjustments through unit additions—three 30Ah batteries create 90Ah systems without BMS conflicts. This slashes upfront costs by 30% compared to fixed-capacity packs. Tourism operators often scale from 50Ah (8-hour runtime) to 70Ah (12-hour) seasonally. However, cycle life drops 15% per 25% capacity mismatch between paralleled units. Pro Tip: Use factory-preconfigured battery clusters to maintain warranty coverage during expansions.
| Configuration | Runtime (5kW Load) | Cost per kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Single 30Ah | 3.1 hours | $285 |
| Dual 30Ah | 6.5 hours | $258 |
| Triple 30Ah | 9.8 hours | $240 |
Battery OEM Expert Insight
FAQs
Most tolerate -20°C discharge but require above 0°C for charging. Always check manufacturer specs—some include self-heating modules (+5°C minimum) for cold climates.
What’s the ROI timeframe vs lead-acid?
Typical ROI is 18–24 months through 80% lower energy costs and 5x longer service life, assuming daily 70% DoD cycling.